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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ25 - Adherbal 118 BC - 112 BC
| Bronze | 12.2 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Numidia |
|---|---|
| King | Adherbal (118 BC - 112 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 118 BC - 112 BC |
| Currency | Eastern Numidia from Micipsa's death to the Roman annexation (118 BC-46 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.2 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#392292 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Horse prancing left; star above, pellet below.
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of Adherbal, the king of Numidia, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Tanit on the other. Tanit was an important deity in ancient Numidia, and her image appeared on many coins from this region.
